A change in desire can feel personal to both partners, even when it is linked to stress, health, medication or tiredness. A calm conversation can reduce guesswork.
Choose the right moment
Talk outside the bedroom and not immediately after rejection or conflict. Pick a private, unhurried moment.
Describe, do not accuse
Try: “I have noticed my desire has changed and I want us to understand it together.” Avoid language that assigns blame or demands immediate performance.
Broaden the definition of intimacy
Affection, touch, time together and emotional connection can reduce pressure while you work out what has changed.
Get outside help
A GP can explore medical factors. Relationship or psychosexual therapy may help when communication or anxiety is a major part of the problem.
This article is general information, not a diagnosis. Speak to a GP or pharmacist about persistent symptoms, medicines, medical conditions or supplement interactions.
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